COUNCIL TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT

Council elastic on plastic?

December 8, 2022

In March 2019 Epsom and Ewell Council agreed to phase out its use of single-use plastics. How is it getting along? Judge for yourself from the reply of Councillor John … READ MORE

COUNCIL HOUSING

Labour Councillor moves on housing

December 7, 2022

An affordable housing commitment was put off at yesterday’s meeting of Epsom and Ewell Borough Council. A motion proposed by Labour’s Court Ward Councillor Kate Chinn read: “We as the … READ MORE

CRIME NEWS

Alcohol reading on duty very non-PC

December 7, 2022

A former Surrey Police Constable has been barred from the profession after turning up to work still smelling of alcohol from the night before. The force’s chief constable found that … READ MORE

COUNCIL HOUSING PLANNING

Auriol school field for golden years?

December 6, 2022

Auriol School sports field in Cuddington is earmarked by Surrey County Council for 50 elderly care housing units. According to SCC: “The Cuddington site is ideally situated for Extra Care … READ MORE

COMMUNITY SPORTS

Tennis at 95 is the norm.

December 6, 2022

Epsom’s own Norman Healey celebrates his 95th birthday on December 11th . He is a member of The Epsom Lawn Tennis Club where he is admired and respected. His serve … READ MORE

RUGBY SPORTS

Kinsella Hat trick The Highlight

December 6, 2022

Sutton & Epsom RFC Women 39 – Medway Women 7 – Saturday 3rd December – The Sutton & Epsom Women’s XV have enjoyed much success in recent years. The impressive … READ MORE

RUGBY SPORTS

Sutton and Epsom RFC denied at the death

December 6, 2022

BANBURY 12 SUTTON & EPSOM RFC 12 – Saturday 3rd December – saw the start of the reverse fixtures and for both clubs, who are struggling at the bottom of the … READ MORE

COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS

Are you listening?

December 6, 2022

Epsom & Ewell Talking Newspaper, established in 1974, give three cheers for long-serving Volunteers! ‘In recognition of long service and invaluable contribution to volunteering for the Epsom & Ewell Talking … READ MORE

NATURE TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT

Mole Patrol captures pollution

December 6, 2022

River Wey and River Mole fail to meet acceptable criteria for four out of five pollutants monitored in new report. In one of the largest national people-powered scientific studies of … READ MORE

FOOTBALL SPORTS

World Cup injury time knocks Epsom and Ewell out of local cup

December 4, 2022

Dorking Wanderers B 2-1 Epsom & Ewell FC – Southern Combination League Division One Cup – Second Round – Saturday 3rd December 2022. A controversial 97th minute winner from Ben … READ MORE

NEWS

Fight fires in Surrey from home

December 3, 2022

Marking the retirement of Surrey’s first female firefighter the Fire and Rescue Service is recruiting firefighters who can respond from home. Paula Hartwell joined Surrey Fire and Rescue Service in … READ MORE​​

COUNCIL ELECTIONS

Low turnouts see political changes in Surrey

December 3, 2022

The Liberal Democrats have taken two seats off the Conservatives in Surrey County Council by-elections. Winning by just 15 votes, a vote in the Sunbury Common and Ashford Common division … READ MORE

COUNCIL EDUCATION

Surrey schools energy hikes

December 3, 2022

Surrey schools are being advised to plan for increases in gas prices of more than 129 per cent.Along with this, council finance teams are telling schools to plan for a … READ MORE

COUNCIL FOOD

Twisting out a little more for Xmas?

December 3, 2022

Surrey children on free school meals will receive food vouchers over Christmas in what one councillor described as “an absolute lifeline” for some families.The scheme, which will give families a … READ MORE

COUNCIL

Great expectations on Surrey’s tax?

December 3, 2022

Surrey County Council’s leader says he has “no expectation at all” that council tax will be put up by the full amount allowed despite a £14.4million budget gap at the … READ MORE

COMMUNITY EDUCATION NATURE

Any more trees please?

November 30, 2022

The Woodland Trust is urging schools and community groups across the south east of England to get their free tree-pack applications in quickly with just over a month left until … READ MORE

CHRIS GRAYLING PLANNING WESTMINSTER

MP’s housing solution for Epsom and Ewell

November 30, 2022

Epsom and Ewell and indeed the whole country has a real shortage of homes. We cannot go on with a generation of young people who aspire to home ownership but … READ MORE

HELEN MAGUIRE WESTMINSTER

Hard-hitting critique from new LibDem PPC

November 28, 2022

On 17th November, we saw the Chancellor, Jeremy Hunt, give his Autumn Statement. We waited with bated breath to see how it might help us and our families as we … READ MORE

COMMUNITY FOODBANK VOLUNTEERS

Will Epsom’s Foodbank ever end?

November 28, 2022

A Gala fundraising dinner was held recently to recognise 10 years of Epsom & Ewell Foodbank, with guests encouraged to sign up to the new ‘End Poverty Pledge’. Nearly 200 … READ MORE

GINA MILLER WESTMINSTER

True and Fair View?

November 28, 2022

Gina Miller, Prospective Parliamentary Candidate for Epsom and Ewell, Leader of the True &Fair Party, writes for the Epsom and Ewell Times: The typical property price in Epsom and Ewell … READ MORE

FOOTBALL SPORTS

Top teams level at the end

November 28, 2022

Epsom & Ewell 1-1 Shoreham Southern Combination League – Division One Saturday 26th November 2022. Two very late goals after 85 minutes of attritional combat ensured that the best two … READ MORE

RUGBY SPORTS

Mighty Maids Run Riot

November 28, 2022

MAIDENHEAD 61 – SUTTON & EPSOM 24 – Saturday 26th November. Maidenhead started this season with four extremely impressive wins as they surged to the top of the table by … READ MORE

COUNCIL PLANNING

Epsom and Ewell last in Local Planning

November 26, 2022

Epsom and Ewell Borough Council (EEBC) has approved a delayed timeframe for the development of its new Local Plan, putting it behind both government targets and other Surrey councils, amid … READ MORE

COUNCIL TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT

Will Epsom think on the same lines?

November 25, 2022

Trams into Surrey have been raised as one “very possible solution” to improving public transport with the expansion of the capital’s Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ). The zone’s expansion was … READ MORE

EDUCATION NEWS PLANNING

Timeo Danaos et dona ferentes..?*

November 25, 2022

Battle for school gets classical with fears of a Trojan Horse. Kingswood House School in Epsom is asking local people to join hundreds of residents in opposing plans to evict the … READ MORE

CRIME

Dogs against knife crime

November 25, 2022

Officers have visited 14 schools and colleges across Surrey over the past week to raise awareness and tackle the grass-root causes of knife crime as part of national police campaign, … READ MORE

NATURE

Winter walks in the Surrey wilds

November 25, 2022

The darker mornings have closed in, and the clocks have gone back, so it’s fair to say summer is officially over, and the cold season has begun. While the cosy … READ MORE

ARTS

Epsom Playhouse hosts a little horror.

November 24, 2022

Leatherhead Operatic Society left the audience laughing and cheering with its production of Little Shop of Horrors at Epsom Playhouse, a musical comedy directed by John Harries, choreographed by Louise … READ MORE

BUSINESS COMMUNITY HEALTH

Cycling for Motor Neurone Disease

November 24, 2022

Greg Culshaw of Toyota‘s Epsom Head Office (GB), has completed a gruelling 24-hour static bike ride, putting him on course to raise more than £40,000 for the Motor Neurone Disease … READ MORE

CRIME TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT

Defence of Surrey M25 policing

November 23, 2022

M25 protesters acting as “dead weights” means they take longer to be arrested, according to Surrey’s Police and Crime Commissioner. Just Stop Oil activists brought parts of the M25 to a … READ MORE

COUNCIL TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT

Ewell Village to get an uplift?

November 23, 2022

High Street improvements to come in Ewell to revitalise the town and create spaces that are safer and more attractive? Surrey County Council‘s Ewell project team has worked closely with … READ MORE

COUNCIL CRIME

Cllr Dalton leads street night light fight

November 22, 2022

Epsom and Ewell’s Councillor Hannah Dalton (Residents’  Association, Stoneleigh) said she lived in a zone five area, but when she got the last train home, she would still get the torch out … READ MORE

COUNCIL PLANNING

Neighbouring crematorium plan goes up in smoke.

November 21, 2022

Reigate and Banstead borough council has shelved its plans for the area’s first crematorium despite having spent £350,000 on the project so far. The facility could have brought in more … READ MORE

FOOTBALL SPORTS

Wick burned at both ends

November 20, 2022

Wick FC 0-2 Epsom & Ewell FC. Saturday 19th November. Southern Combination League – Division One. A goal towards the end of each half was sufficient for our boys to … READ MORE

ARTS

Locally trained artist’s Ewell exhibition closes tomorrow

November 18, 2022

Ending Saturday 19th November your last chance to see selected works of the artist John Whurr at his solo exhibition in Bourne Hall Gallery. His work varies from pencil sketches … READ MORE

CRIME

The dreadful price of dangerous speeding

November 18, 2022

A Woodmansterne man is facing 2 years and 8 months behind bars after making a reckless decision to show off his car in front of his friends by driving at … READ MORE

COUNCIL HOUSING NEWS

Banding against Surrey’s top value homes?

November 18, 2022

“Very expensive” houses on private estates in Surrey should be added to new council tax bands to make the collection process fairer, according to one councillor. As part of the … READ MORE

COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS

Epsom’s Wells Plan has a hole in it

November 17, 2022

Re-opening of an Epsom community centre hits a ‘surveyor-sized’ funding hole. After its surprise closure in 2015, residents served by The Wells Centre, Epsom, began a pitched battle to save … READ MORE

ARTS

Organic growth for Epsom Jazz Club

November 17, 2022

Epsom Jazz Club – Tobie Carpenter Organ Trio – Tuesday 15th November 2022 . The Tobie Carpenter Organ Trio delightfully entertained the Tuesday night audience with witty and inventive covers of … READ MORE

COUNCIL ELECTIONS NEWS

Council’s secret strategy on public resources?

November 17, 2022

Epsom and Ewell’s powerful Strategy and Resources Committee went into secret session on four items of public interest at its meeting Tuesday 15th November. The four items were: INCOME GENERATING … READ MORE

COMMUNITY CRIME

Tadworth Youth Club reduces crime

November 17, 2022

A youth club in one of Surrey’s most deprived neighbourhoods is teaching children business skills, getting them birthday cakes and has seen kids queuing out the door to get in. … READ MORE

COUNCIL HOUSING

Epsom to help meet children’s homes bed shortage?

November 16, 2022

With improvements to be made to existing children’s homes, and new ones being built in Epsom and Walton, Surrey County Council is addressing a shortage of up to 60 children’s … READ MORE

COUNCIL NATURE TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT

July find of rare May fly in Surrey

November 16, 2022

The River Thames Scheme (RTS) has discovered a nationally rare mayfly (Caenis beskidensis), which hadn’t been spotted in the UK for 49 years and has never been seen in the … READ MORE

BUSINESS

Epsom Oracle awarded in the present

November 16, 2022

The prescient promotional powers of Epsom based PR firm Oracle recognised in National Property Press Awards. The annual Property Press Awards were held 14th November and saw The Oracle Group … READ MORE

COUNCIL EDUCATION PLANNING

Campaign to save special Epsom school builds

November 16, 2022

Kingswood House School is asking local people to join hundreds of residents in opposing the school’s landlord’s redevelopment plan. Around 100 local residents turned out at a community meeting on … READ MORE

COUNCIL NEWS

Surrey County pays asylum child £15,000

November 15, 2022

A “vulnerable”, unaccompanied asylum-seeking child has been given £15,000 by Surrey County Council after years of failings in his care which led to him sleeping on the floor of a … READ MORE

FOOTBALL SPORTS

Maverick win over the Salts?

November 15, 2022

Epsom & Ewell FC 1 – 3 Worthing United FC. Saturday 12th November 2022. Who said lightning doesn’t strike twice in the same place? Last season we hosted Worthing United … READ MORE

RUGBY SPORTS

Havant Heartbreak For Battling Black & Whites

November 14, 2022

SUTTON & EPSOM 27 – HAVANT 30. Saturday 12th November – saw the visit of a familiar foe in Havant. Last season the Hampshire club did the double over the Surrey … READ MORE

COMMUNITY COUNCIL

Epsom and Ewell remembers…

November 12, 2022

Epsom and Ewell came together for the annual Remembrance Day service at Epsom’s Clocktower, Friday 11th November. The Mayor’s Chaplain reflected on the history of Remembrance Day. The first was … READ MORE

COUNCIL PLANNING

Epsom Hospital car park appeal

November 10, 2022

On Wednesday 2nd November, Epsom & St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust appealed Epsom and Ewell Borough Council’s (EEBC) decision to refuse planning permission for a multi-storey car park on … READ MORE

CRIME

Shoddy Tadworth builder imprisoned

November 9, 2022

A fraudster has received an immediate 32-month custodial sentence after being found guilty of 14 charges following a Surrey Trading Standards investigation. On Friday 4 November 2022 at the Crown Court … READ MORE

COUNCIL CRIME NEWS

Surrey road safety played out on the pitch

November 8, 2022

On Friday 4 November Surrey Fire and Rescue Service’s football team played host to Surrey Police, with the shared goal of improving road safety during the winter period. The fixture … READ MORE

RUGBY SPORTS

Sutton & Epsom beaten by table toppers

November 8, 2022

WIMBLEDON 41 – SUTTON & EPSOM 10 – 5th November. Sutton & Epsom and Wimbledon rugby is always an entertaining Derby match. Last season was a very underwhelming campaign for S& E but it … READ MORE

BOROUGH HISTORY

Another Horton Cemetery Life Story

November 5, 2022

How does the daughter of a famous Government Architect, who shaped the landscape of New South Wales, Australia, end up buried in an unmarked grave in Epsom? Her UK asylum … READ MORE

HEALTH NEWS

Epsom woman gets out of a mango pickle

November 5, 2022

A woman was sent home from Epsom General Hospital with a sliver of mango seed stuck in her throat, leading to an update of guidance around patients who have been … READ MORE

COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS

Local refugee cash appeal

November 4, 2022

Epsom Refugee Network: WE URGENTLY NEED HELP FOR UKRAINIAN FAMILIES – Please can you take 3 minutes to watch this video to spread the word and help us find more sponsors and … READ MORE

COUNCIL OPINIONS PLANNING

Local Planning Matters

November 4, 2022

Tim Murphy’s opinion piece on Epsom and Ewell’s Local Plan. An up-to-date Local Plan is a necessity. It indicates to those proposing new developments or conversions to properties just what … READ MORE

COUNCIL PLANNING

Battle for Epsom School continues….

November 4, 2022

A new planning application has been submitted by land owners the Aczel brothers to Epsom and Ewell Borough Council to redevelop the Kingswood House School site. “Demolition of an existing … READ MORE

COUNCIL

Tasteless Tweeting Councillor loses Tory whip

November 2, 2022

A Horley councillor has lost the Tory whip after posting what his party called “wholly unacceptable and grossly offensive” posts from a now-deleted Twitter account. Surrey County Councillor Andy Lynch was … READ MORE

COMMUNITY COUNCIL FOODBANK

Trading favours for Epsom’s Foodbank

November 1, 2022

Surrey Trading Standards with Buckingham have donated 1,760 items and over £550 for the Epsom & Ewell Foodbank. The items donated include food, household cleaning supplies, personal care items and … READ MORE

COMMUNITY HEALTH VOLUNTEERS

Concerned with driving for ages

November 1, 2022

Age Concern Epsom and Ewell are fortunate to have many volunteers that give up their time to help provide various services to support members of the older community in the … READ MORE

RUGBY SPORTS

Fortune Not Favouring The Bold

November 1, 2022

SUTTON & EPSOM 19 OXFORD HARLEQUINS 22 – Sunday 30th October – With the clocks going back in the morning it was the last of the 3pm kick offs before … READ MORE

COMMUNITY COUNCIL VOLUNTEERS

More cash for Ukraine refugee hosts

October 31, 2022

Epsom Refugee Network welcomes the promised increase in cash to those local residents who take into their homes individuals and families who have had to flee Ukraine. It is hoped … READ MORE

NEWS WESTMINSTER

Another MP challenger out of the blocks

October 31, 2022

Local Epsom and Ewell Liberal Democrats announce local candidate and former Captain in the Royal Military Police Helen Maguire has been selected as the Liberal Democrat Prospective Parliamentary Candidate for … READ MORE

COUNCIL TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT

Emissions a taxing issue for Council

October 28, 2022

Thursday 27th October’s meeting of Epsom and Ewell’s Licensing Committee was taxed by emission standards for the Town’s black cabs. Over the summer the Council had circulated a draft hackney … READ MORE

COUNCIL

Balancing the Borough’s Books

October 27, 2022

Borough budgets are difficult to follow. However, a practice adopted this year presents to Council committees an overview of budget plans. Without savings being made in the budgets for 2023/2024 … READ MORE

HEALTH NEWS

Surrey Ambulance employee woes far from over

October 27, 2022

An NHS chief executive has never in her career seen employee relations cases of the “volume and a complexity” as at her current troubled ambulance trust. South East Coast Ambulance Service … READ MORE

COUNCIL EDUCATION

Surrey to SEND £40m for special schools

October 27, 2022

A £40 million project to improve education facilities for some of Surrey’s most vulnerable children has moved to its next stage. Surrey County Council is currently not providing enough spaces … READ MORE

COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS

Good King Wenceslas comes to Epsom and Ewell

October 27, 2022

Citizens Advice Epsom & Ewell has teamed up with the Rotary Clubs of Epsom and Ewell to bring Project Wenceslas to the Borough for the sixth year running. Project Wenceslas … READ MORE

COUNCIL

Surrey County Council on the level.

October 26, 2022

On 2nd February 2022 the Government published its Levelling Up White Paper which laid out an agenda for tackling inequality across the country. It outlined the future landscape for devolution … READ MORE

COUNCIL NEWS

New Fire Chief to the rescue

October 26, 2022

Surrey Fire and Rescue Service have appointed Dan Quin as their new permanent Chief Fire Officer. Dan has been acting-up as Chief Fire Officer since June 2022, prior to that … READ MORE

BUSINESS COUNCIL EDUCATION

Surrey Skills at the Summit

October 26, 2022

Surrey County Council launches Surrey Skills Plan at Skills Summit November 10. A landmark event in Surrey next month will bring together education providers and businesses in a bid to … READ MORE

COUNCIL CRIME

Safer nights in Epsom in sights

October 26, 2022

Epsom and Ewell Borough Council’s (EEBC) Environment and Safe Communities Committee approved the allocation of a grant for plans to improve safety in the area. – Tuesday 18 October -. … READ MORE

NEWS

Was this why she was in Epsom Saturday?

October 25, 2022

Epsom and Ewell Times did not know Gina Miller, who visited The Market Square Saturday*, was going to announce yesterday her intention to stand against Chris Grayling MP at the … READ MORE

ARTS CULTURE

Milton Impossible finally accomplished in Epsom

October 25, 2022

Epsom Playhouse‘s capacity audience had patiently waited 12 months after Milton Jones show was postponed in 2022. The King of the One-Liners rewarded their forbearance with his unstoppable flow of … READ MORE

ARTS CULTURE

D-jangling Jazz in Epsom

October 25, 2022

The London Django Collective (LDC) charmed the capacity audience at Epsom Jazz Club on Tuesday 18th October sweeping all along with their infectious enthusiasm for Gypsy Jazz, playing fabulous versions … READ MORE

COMMUNITY EDUCATION TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT

Surrey’s Safe Drive Stay Alive returns

October 24, 2022

To Dorking Halls next month, for its first live performances in three years. The live show has been performed in front of 190,000 young people between the ages of 16-19 … READ MORE

COUNCIL HEALTH

Surrey’s challenges with social care

October 24, 2022

Surrey County Council must work closely with independent care providers to meet the challenges facing social care and continue to improve choice for residents, Surrey’s new director of adult social … READ MORE

COMMUNITY HEALTH VOLUNTEERS

National Polio Day marked in Epsom

October 24, 2022

Gina Miller supported Epsom Rotary‘s fight against rising cases of Polio. Today is National Polio Day and on Saturday local Rotarians were raising awareness in Epsom’s Market Square. They raised … READ MORE

RUGBY SPORTS

The Agony and the Ecstasy

October 24, 2022

ROYAL WOOTTON BASSETT RFC 31 – SUTTON & EPSOM RFC 29 – 22nd October. This was Sutton & Epsom’s first ever match against Royal Wootton Bassett RFC. Both clubs were … READ MORE

COMMUNITY COUNCIL HEALTH

Benches mark the victims of Co-Vid across the Borough

October 23, 2022

Epsom & Ewell Borough Council is installing 14 memorial benches across the Borough to commemorate all the lives lost in the Covid-19 pandemic. Metal benches have been placed at Alexandra … READ MORE

CRIME NEWS

Indecent images end policeman’s career

October 21, 2022

A former Surrey Police special constable will never be in the profession again after failing to report unwanted illegal indecent images. According to an accelerated misconduct hearing outcome posted on … READ MORE

ARTS EDUCATION

Inspirational Surrey Syrian awarded

October 21, 2022

Surrey Arts inclusion music teacher Raghad Haddad has won the Inspirational Music Leader Award at the Youth Music Awards 2022. Raghad received her award on 19 October in Troxy London … READ MORE

COMMUNITY EDUCATION SPORTS

Anyone for tennis and computers?

October 21, 2022

Pupils at Shawley Community Primary Academy Epsom Downs will put their racket skills to the test this half-term and take part in an exciting afternoon of tennis coaching and computer-based … READ MORE

CRIME

Le Pire, The Worst – Epsom burglar gets 3 years.

October 21, 2022

A man who stole £23,000 when he burgled a house in Epsom, will now spend just under three years behind bars for his crime. Alfred Pire, 25, of York Road, … READ MORE

COUNCIL NEWS

Woking up to a very big debt problem

October 20, 2022

The senior councillor responsible for Surrey County Council’s money will step down from its cabinet amid a “potential conflict” as the Government calls for a review of finances at the borough … READ MORE

FOOTBALL SPORTS

Ducks in a Row put Epsom 4 points on top

October 19, 2022

Forest Row 0-2 Epsom & Ewell Southern Combination League – Division One Tuesday 18th October 2022 Five weeks ago we visited Forest Row and were heading for a goalless draw … READ MORE

FOOTBALL NEWS SPORTS

Chelsea supports footie expansion next-door

October 19, 2022

Cobham Football Club will get major upgrades to attract more women into football after councillors gave the green light following support from Premier League giant Chelsea. Several other organisations showed support … READ MORE

COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS

Insurers against poverty?

October 19, 2022

Citizens Advice Epsom & Ewell (CAEE) has launched a crowdfunding scheme with the Aviva Community Fund to raise money to deliver critical Cost of Living advice to local people. Aviva has selected … READ MORE

COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS

Epsom Pantry breathing life into the community

October 19, 2022

Epsom Pantry is a member-led community hub and food shop opened by Good Company (Surrey). Opened to create a network of support and a much-needed source of affordable grocery shopping … READ MORE

COUNCIL NEWS

Will Council strikes spread to Epsom and Ewell?

October 19, 2022

Reigate and Banstead Borough Council staff are using food banks and claiming Universal Credit, according to union officials, as workers go out on strike. Council employees have been offered a … READ MORE

NEWS

Epsom Hospital’s multi storey carpark wrong on many levels?

October 18, 2022

A council decision to refuse a new multi-storey car park at Epsom hospital is being appealed. Epsom and Ewell Borough Council refused an application for 600 parking spaces and changes … READ MORE

COUNCIL NEWS

Downs payment from EU for Epsom

October 18, 2022

The Mayor of Epsom & Ewell Borough Council, Councillor Clive Woodbridge, has officially unveiled the first phase of an exciting programme of improvements on Epsom & Walton Downs. Epsom & … READ MORE

FOOTBALL SPORTS

Joust in Lancing drawn

October 17, 2022

Montpelier Villa 0-0 Epsom & Ewell FC. Southern Combination League – Division One. Saturday 15th October 2022. Last January, we witnessed a mad encounter at Culver Road, Lancing, West Sussex, … READ MORE

BOROUGH HISTORY

Murderer who blew himself up in the effort…

October 17, 2022

Shortly after 11.pm on the night of 21 December 1869, Thomas O’ Brien, the stationmaster on Ewell West Railway Station prepared to turn the gas lights off as he awaited the last train of … READ MORE

RUGBY SPORTS

Epsom’s Rugby Lane draws a crowd

October 17, 2022

SUTTON & EPSOM 15 – LONDON WELSH 15. Saturday 15th October. It had been many years since London Welsh had visited Rugby Lane. In fact, it was 1958 and their … READ MORE

COMMUNITY COUNCIL

Epsom Councillor challenges County “community” funding

October 15, 2022

Questions have been raised about a community cash project and whether it is reaching those in Surrey who are most in need. Surrey County Council plans to allocate £100million over five … READ MORE

COMMUNITY HEALTH VOLUNTEERS

Epsom’s Mental Health Week

October 14, 2022

Epsom and Ewell based charities Love Me Love My Mind and The Friends of Horton Cemetery joined forces with Surrey County Council Youth Workers and others this week. In Epsom … READ MORE

COUNCIL

Warnings of County bankruptcy?

October 13, 2022

Surrey County Council is calling on the government to delay social care reforms which it is claimed could “bankrupt” the authority. Plans for more generous means testing and an £86,000 … READ MORE

COUNCIL

Fostering new parents

October 13, 2022

Surrey County Council and 56 Local Authorities across England have worked together to share ideas and jointly fund the creation of a short film to raise awareness of fostering. It … READ MORE

COUNCIL EDUCATION

“Sorry” is not such a hard word for Surrey

October 13, 2022

Surrey County Council’s leader said the authority will “learn lessons” from problems which left 150 families without school transport. Issuing an apology on behalf of the council, Councillor Tim Oliver … READ MORE

CRIME NEWS

Surrey Police tackling drug-dealers

October 13, 2022

Surrey Police marked County Lines Intensification Week (3-9 October) by targeting and disrupting violent county lines gangs and engaging with those most vulnerable to exploitation by these criminals. The intensification … READ MORE

Welcome to our weekly update.

NATURE POEMS POET’S CORNER

Epsom Common Bird Walk Poem

October 13, 2022

It’s an early start, binoculars in hand,we follow the winding path through the trees;all shades of green surround us as we standdawn chorus resounds, distant bird calls tease.On the pond, … READ MORE

COMMUNITY EDUCATION

Epsom College top independent school 2022

October 12, 2022

Epsom College has been judged Independent School of the Year 2022 at an annual awards ceremony that celebrates the very best in education and student experience in UK independent schools. … READ MORE

NEWS TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT

Re so la – “a very good place to start”?

October 12, 2022

Guildford’s MP has labelled a “blanket ban” on solar farms “unwise” and says she supports a bid by the University of Surrey for a site outside of the town. The … READ MORE

COUNCIL PLANNING

Claygate not to suffer children’s home

October 11, 2022

Plans for a children’s home in a Claygate cul-de-sac have been refused despite support from Surrey County Council which needs more beds for Surrey’s vulnerable children. The application for a … READ MORE

COMMUNITY COUNCIL HEALTH

Lighting up for menstrual dignity

October 11, 2022

On Tuesday 11 October Surrey Fire and Rescue Service lit up Guildford Fire Station in a show of support for Binti, an international menstrual dignity charity based in Weybridge, Surrey. … READ MORE

FOOTBALL SPORTS

Epsom and Ewell FC Top the Table

October 10, 2022

Epsom & Ewell 2-0 Hailsham Town. Southern Combination League – Division One. Saturday 8th October 2022. It was back to League action on Saturday following our midweek League Cup defeat, … READ MORE

COMMUNITY NATURE NEWS

Princess Anne’s Epsom visit kept a bit secret

October 9, 2022

Epsom and Ewell Times exclusive: 21st June 2022 HRH The Princess Royal entered the Borough of Epsom and Ewell. The Court Circular states: Her Royal Highness this afternoon opened the … READ MORE

COMMUNITY TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT VOLUNTEERS

Can we be sustainable?

October 9, 2022

Sustainable Epsom and Ewell is an independent, apolitical and entirely volunteer led environmental group aiming to raise environmental ambitions in the Borough. Sustainable Epsom and Ewell was founded in late … READ MORE

COUNCIL VOLUNTEERS

Surrey’s Fire Service sends 4×4 to Ukraine

October 7, 2022

Two Surrey Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) staff members set off to Poland yesterday (Thursday 6 October) to donate another 4×4 Land Rover to the Ukrainian Fire and Rescue Service. … READ MORE

COUNCIL PLANNING

“Blot on the landscape” – Ewell care home inked in

October 7, 2022

A derelict site in Ewell is to become a 70-bed care home. The Organ Inn was known to any one of Epsom and Ewell driving to London. Situated prominently on … READ MORE

Posts navigation

COUNCIL PLANNING

14 against 59 = 70? Dilemma for Headley

October 6, 2022

Councillors have been warned to “be under no illusions” that a plan for 70 homes at Headley Court could be progressed as they rejected an application for 59 homes on … READ MORE

COUNCIL HEALTH

Will “Top Tory” Surrey County lobby Coffey?

October 6, 2022

A council chief has called on select committee members to use their status as a “top Tory” authority to influence health spending at government level. Calling ambulances backed up outside … READ MORE

ReplyForward

COUNCIL

County children home challenges

October 5, 2022

The challenges facing Surrey County Council’s bid for more children’s homes include high property prices, competition for places and no priority for the authority for homes in the area. Officers … READ MORE

COUNCIL FOOD

Thought for Food in Surrey

October 5, 2022

The first Surrey Food Summit took place at the WWF Living Planet Centre in Woking last week. Surrey County Council organised the event to bring together stakeholders across the local food system, … READ MORE

BUSINESS COMMUNITY

Epsom Firefighters making businesses safer

October 4, 2022

Statistics for the UK show that 30 people die and 2,000 are injured each year as a result of fires inthe workplace. The damage to businesses caused by fire costs … READ MORE

COUNCIL NATURE

Council partnerships secure Surrey nature reserve

October 3, 2022

Last week saw the official handover of Tice’s Meadow Nature Reserve to Surrey County Council. This much-loved wildlife haven on the outskirts of Farnham saw its long-term future safeguarded when … READ MORE

COMMUNITY FOODBANK VOLUNTEERS

How to help “low-incomes” with your £400

October 3, 2022

The Epsom and Ewell Energy Support Scheme is a plan to offer those running into difficulties immediate help with their bills, and then advice and financial support to improve energy efficiency or … READ MORE

COUNCIL TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT

£11.9m to help Surrey residents cut their energy bills

October 3, 2022

Grants of up to £25,000 are now available for eligible Surrey residents to help make their homes warmer and more energy efficient.   People living in hard to heat homes and … READ MORE

FOOTBALL SPORTS

Epsom and Ewell pressed-on to Victory

October 2, 2022

East Preston 1-3 Epsom & Ewell Southern Combination League – Division One. Saturday 1st October 2022Report Source: www.eefconline.co.uk Reporter: Richard Lambert. We won our second consecutive match by the score … READ MORE

RUGBY SPORTS

Sutton and Epsom Rugby Just Fall Short

October 2, 2022

BOURNEMOUTH 28 SUTTON & EPSOM 25: Sat. 1st Oct. Sutton & Epsom travelled to Chapel Gate with confidence following their opening win of the season against Brighton the week before. … READ MORE

NEWS TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT

“Frackin’-hell!” – in Surrey?

October 2, 2022

Epsom and Ewell has so far escaped the grant of licences for shale-gas exploration. Other Boroughs in Surrey are targeted. 25th September Business and Energy Secretary Jacob Rees-Mogg announced: “In … READ MORE

COUNCIL PLANNING TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT

Housing plan flying in the face of opposition

October 1, 2022

Wisley Airfield town plan: We report on a Surrey housing application that illuminates issues all local boroughs face today [Ed.] : To paraphrase from a popular TV show: “Wrong location, … READ MORE

BOROUGH HISTORY COUNCIL CULTURE

Stretching Resources?

October 1, 2022

Both “The Horton” (Arts Centre) and The Horton Cemetery featured on the agenda of the Epsom and Ewell Borough Council’s Strategy and Resources committee Thursday 29th September. For the second … READ MORE

ATHLETICS SPORTS

Ring-tails are heads for Harriers

October 1, 2022

Epsom and Ewell Harriers sang “God Save The King” and then won some races on Ashtead Common. Sunday 25th September. Lauren Johnson triumphing in the 10K fun run and her … READ MORE

COUNCIL TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT

More trees please for Surrey

September 29, 2022

Surrey County Council will receive £298,000 from the Defra Local Authority Treescapes Fund (LATF) to increase tree planting and keep on target with the planting of 1.2 million trees, one … READ MORE

COUNCIL

Tongham Tories Tetchy Tongues Ticked Off

September 29, 2022

Epsom and Ewell Times’s inspiration, “The Guildford Dragon” was a victim of inappropriate comments from two Guildford Councillors. Report from LDRS: Two Guildford councillors breached the authority’s code of conduct … READ MORE

HEALTH NEWS

Should go to Specsavers not Epsom Hospital?

September 29, 2022

Our special correspondent shares his local experience. In the good old days before Covid 19 you could visit the surgery to book to see a doctor, or instead telephone. You … READ MORE

CRIME

Surrey social media sex fiend gets 18 years

September 29, 2022

A man who used multiple personas to target children online has been sentenced to 18 years behind bars in a case the Guildford Judge called ‘the worst I’ve seen for … READ MORE

Dear Subscriber,

Welcome to our update for weekly and fortnightly subscribers.

COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS

Epsom Advice Bureau Board boost before bad times

September 28, 2022

Four new trustees have joined Citizens Advice Epsom & Ewell’s (CAEE) Board to guide and leadthe charity as it approaches what will undoubtedly be a very difficult winter. Peter Edwards, … READ MORE

COUNCIL

Epsom and Ewell not stung by this Surrey debt scandal

September 28, 2022

Three Surrey councils are owed a total of £30million by a council which has seen the government intervene in its borrowing problems. The government announced this month that after “serious … READ MORE

COMMUNITY COUNCIL

Council’s memorial benches to Co-Vid victims

September 28, 2022

Epsom & Ewell Borough Council is installing 14 memorial benches across the Borough to commemorate all the lives lost in the Covid-19 pandemic. Metal benches have been placed at Alexandra Recreations … READ MORE

FOOTBALL SPORTS

Away win for Epsom and Ewell FC

September 28, 2022

Godalming Town 1-3 Epsom & Ewell FC. Tuesday 27th. After a ten day break, a strong Salts line up had to work extremely hard to secure victory at Weycourt on … READ MORE

COMMUNITY NEWS

Strengthening Epsom’s Seniors

September 27, 2022

Epsom Strength and Balance is celebrating five years of helping seniors in the local community stay stronger and keep upright longer.  Karen Williamson changed career to one in the fitness industry … READ MORE

ARTS COMMUNITY

Surrey Art for Ukraine

September 27, 2022

ShedArt Gallery will be painting for Epsom based Surrey Stands With Ukraine during Mole Valley Arts Alive in October. There will be paintings of sunflowers and other subjects in different … READ MORE

COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS

Epsom Beavers away in Surrey woods

September 27, 2022

Beavers and adults from 8th/14th Epsom (Air Scouts) and 3rd Epsom (St Martins) joined over 400 Beavers and leaders from other Surrey Scout groups. Beavers Go Wild is an overnight … READ MORE

RUGBY SPORTS

Epsom’s rugby team beat Brighton

September 25, 2022

SUTTON & EPSOM 42 – BRIGHTON 24. Saturday 24th September. Rugby returned to Rugby Lane, Epsom on Saturday after a temporary weather induced hiatus. Brighton arrived on the back of … READ MORE

COMMUNITY HEALTH VOLUNTEERS

Painting the Town Purple against Polio

September 25, 2022

The Rotary Club of Epsom will mark historic progress toward a polio-free world while urging the community to help end the paralyzing disease. On Saturday 22nd October 2022 Epsom Rotary … READ MORE

ARTS COMMUNITY NEWS

Ukrainian refugees made welcome by King’s rep.

September 25, 2022

Vice Lord Lieutenant of Surrey Sir Stephen Lamport came to Epsom Saturday 24th September. Addressing an audience in Epsom Methodist Church he condemned the aggression of Russian President Putin. He … READ MORE

ARTS NEWS

Piano jazz cabaret in Epsom

September 24, 2022

Jazz pianist Gabriel Latchin’s Trio performed in the Oaks Room (Conservative Club, Church St Epsom) on Tuesday last. The ever-growing Epsom Jazz Club audience were thrilled with the booking. The … READ MORE

COMMUNITY

Bloom awards for Epsom and Ewell

September 24, 2022

It has been announced yesterday that Epsom & Ewell have both won silver in the annual South & South East in Bloom competition. Stoneleigh was awarded a commendation in this … READ MORE

COUNCIL TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT

County Town to charge congestion?

September 24, 2022

Not an Epsom and Ewell report but Guildford’s ambitions may signal a local future? [Ed.] Congestion charge could be coming to Guildford as the council looks at ways to reduce … READ MORE

COUNCIL ELECTIONS

Improving local voter access

September 24, 2022

A review of all polling districts and polling places in Epsom & Ewell is taking place following the recent boundary review by the Local Government Boundary Commission. The purpose of … READ MORE

COUNCIL NEWS

Families ‘in limbo’ as SCC fails on school transport

September 22, 2022

Nearly 150 families have been left “in limbo” and facing additional stress without school transport as Surrey County Council deals with more than 500 applications. The authority said “urgent” steps … READ MORE

COUNCIL TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT

Walk, cycle, scoot – don’t drive!

September 21, 2022

Surrey County Council will launch a new campaign on World Car Free Day, 22 September, to encourage residents to change the way they travel to stay healthy, save money and … READ MORE

NEWS

Surrey Police’s ‘nervy’ moments before Queen’s funeral

September 21, 2022

Surrey Police chiefs have revealed the “nervy” moments they had ahead of the Queen’s funeral passing through the county. While the operation “went very well” from the force’s perspective, those … READ MORE

COMMUNITY HEALTH

New Surrey home for young with mental health needs

September 20, 2022

A £10million mental health unit which will allow young people to be treated nearer to home is under construction in Charlwood. The new facility will have 12 beds for young people … READ MORE

NEWS TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT

If Crossrail 2 came to Epsom……

September 20, 2022

Plans were published by Transport for London and Network rail for a north south route running from Wimbledon to New Southgate in the north under the name of Crossrail 2. … READ MORE

COUNCIL NEWS

The Cost of Spending a Penny

September 20, 2022

Following the demise of the public toilets on the B290 up on Epsom Downs, The Epsom and Ewell Times reports on the current Council provision of conveniences for the public: … READ MORE

RUGBY SPORTS

Sluggish Start Fatal For Sutton & Epsom RFC

September 20, 2022

CAMBERLEY 43 – SUTTON & EPSOM 21, Saturday 17th September. Sutton & Epsom had not played a league fixture at Watchetts Recreation Ground since January 2013. They renewed acquaintances with … READ MORE

FOOTBALL SPORTS

From 0-0 draw to 6-1 triumph

September 20, 2022

Today we catch up with two match reports for Epsom and Ewell FC courtesy of Richard Lambert. Forest Row 0-0 Epsom & Ewell – abandoned after 82 minutes – Southern … READ MORE

NEWS

The People of Epsom and Ewell say thank you

September 19, 2022

and goodbye to a regular Royal visitor to our Borough.

Dear Subscriber,

Welcome to this update for weekly subscribers. The Epsom and Ewell Times steadily goes from strength to strength. Of over 200 titles regulated by the Independent Monitor for the Press we have been selected by Impress to feature in its “spotlight” feature. A shining example of the positive contribution quality media makes to local democracy and the community.

The Team at Epsom and Ewell Times.

BUSINESS

NESCOT opens to the public

September 15, 2022

In the heart of Epsom and Ewell, The North-East Surrey College of Technology has a range of activities and courses available to the general public. From theatre hire, Saturday courses, … READ MORE

BUSINESS NEWS

Coursera & NESCOT to enhance further education

September 12, 2022

Coursera Inc., a global online learning platform, has announced that it is partnering with North East Surrey College of Technology (NESCOT), to both enhance and expand teaching delivery, and to prepare … READ MORE

NEWS

New Downs Hack Canter in the running…

September 12, 2022

From 1st October 2022, a new turf Hack Canter on Walton Downs will be provided and maintained for leisure horse riders on Epsom and Walton Downs. This will replace the … READ MORE

RUGBY SPORTS

Saturday’s rugby: SUTTON & EPSOM 22 -BANBURY 26

September 12, 2022

A two minute silence for the Late Queen was observed before this tightly fought match played out on 10th September 2022. This fixture would have been the first league encounter … READ MORE

BOROUGH HISTORY NEWS

God Save the Queen, Long Live the King

September 9, 2022

Since 1946 Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II missed only three Derby Races held in Epsom. In tribute to Her love of the event the magnificent Queen’s Stand, opened in … READ MORE

NEWS TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT

Let’s go Electric Epsom and Ewell

September 8, 2022

Friday 9 September is World EV day, a global movement to celebrate switching to electric vehicles and driving change. In Surrey, almost half our emissions come from transport, and about half … READ MORE

COUNCIL PLANNING

Containing the Problem. A lesson in enforcement.

September 8, 2022

Keeping with our current focus on planning matters. Woking Borough Council contain the container problem of a posh hotel. Read Local Democracy Reporter Emily Coady-Stemp’s report here. A Surrey mansion … READ MORE

COUNCIL PLANNING

The Edge of development for Elmbridge

September 8, 2022

Epsom and Ewell Times has reported recently on planning dilemmas for our Borough. We are not alone in facing pressure on Green Belt land. 2 miles away from the edge … READ MORE

Welcome to your weekly update.

The Team at Epsom and Ewell Times

FOOTBALL SPORTS

Salts strike Anvils from League Cup

September 7, 2022

Crawley Down Gatwick 2-3 Epsom & Ewell FC. Southern Combination League Peter Bentley Cup – Second Round. Tuesday 6th September 2022. Report Source: www.eefconline.co.uk Reporter: Richard Lambert. Our first ever … READ MORE

NEWS

Epsom’s Ashley Centre stands with Ukraine

September 7, 2022

The Ashley Centre in Epsom provided premises in the Mall to Surrey Stands With Ukraine rent and bills free since 7th March 2022. Now the unit is required for retailing. … READ MORE

COMMUNITY HEALTH NEWS

Epsom Hospital looks to ‘terrible’ Australian flu season

September 7, 2022

Epsom and St Helier hospital staff will be encouraged to get their flu jab after a “terrible” Australian flu season which can be a sign of things to come in the … READ MORE

COMMUNITY NEWS TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT

Civilised protest to save civilisation?

September 5, 2022

Sunday 4th Sept, Epsom & Ewell’s climate action group put on a hard-hitting and thought-provoking street-theatre performance in Epsom centre. Right in the middle of town, on the big crossroads … READ MORE

COUNCIL NEWS PLANNING

BBC misreports Epsom and Ewell planning?

September 5, 2022

On Friday 2nd September Mark Easton, the BBC’s top home affairs reporter, swooped down on Epsom and Ewell. Our Borough suffers from nimbyism and we could easily meet our housing … READ MORE

MARK TODD WESTMINSTER

Opposite views from Westminster

September 5, 2022

As explained when launching our View from Westminster feature the Epsom and Ewell Times will occasionally carry viewpoints from the other parties. Here is Mark Todd, Labour’s local Parliamentary spokesperson’s … READ MORE

RUGBY SPORTS

Rugby opener: Bracknell 34 Sutton & Epsom 14

September 4, 2022

With ten changes to the Sutton and Epsom squad that ended last season and five debutants, Messrs Benton J, Bunting, Craig, Glanville and Tame, the Black & Whites embarked on … READ MORE

HEALTH NEWS

Local hospital’s building woes

September 3, 2022

Buildings “Absolutely not fit for purpose”, a meeting has heard as staff at St Helier hospital are trying to provide care. NHS bosses were told about a labour ward with … READ MORE

BUSINESS

An Epsom style of socialism?

September 2, 2022

Surrey’s first food hall, Epsom Social, has just opened its doors on 29th August. The 200 seat venue will bring together 8 food vendors, with a central bar serving local … READ MORE

COUNCIL PLANNING

Councillors agonise over student accommodation plan.

September 1, 2022

Council postpone a controversial planning application for their own site visit. Mr Colin Preston’s plan to knock down a neglected house called Green Gables in Ashley Road, Epsom was deferred. … READ MORE

Posts navigation

BUSINESS NEWS

Strikes cross East St., Epsom

September 1, 2022

Following a strike of mail workers and a picket at Epsom’s East Street Sorting Office CWU workers picket the telephone exchange on the other side of the street. See our … READ MORE

COUNCIL NEWS

Surrey Councils at local plan loggerheads?

September 1, 2022

Spelthorne councillors are “not behind” the authority’s plans for 9,000 homes in the borough, according to a neighbouring council. An Elmbridge Borough Council response to Spelthorne’s draft local plan also … READ MORE

Dear Subscribers,

Welcome to our resumed weekly and fortnightly service after a brief August break. 28 new reports since 4th August.  Back issues are always accessible via the top of the page editions menu.

Best wishes,

The Team at Epsom and Ewell Times

Thursday 1st September 2022

COUNCIL CULTURE

What an erudite lot we are.

August 31, 2022

Surrey libraries are the second most visited in the country according to the latest UK Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA) data, with the figures showing the libraries … READ MORE

FOOTBALL SPORTS

Epsom and Ewell Top the Table

August 31, 2022

Oakwood 0-5 Epsom & Ewell, Southern Combination League – Division One, Monday 29th August 2022. Report Source: www.eefconline.co.uk. Reporter: Richard Lambert. Any disappointment felt in the FA Vase defeat at … READ MORE

FOOTBALL NEWS SPORTS

Lobsters at home with Salts

August 29, 2022

Salts battle hard but Lobsters progress in the Vase. Redhill 2-1 Epsom & Ewell. Isuzu F.A. Vase – First Qualifying Round. Saturday 27th August 2022. Report Source: www.eefconline.co.uk Reporter: Richard … READ MORE

NEWS

Council pledge to support victims

August 26, 2022

Epsom & Ewell Borough Council signs the Anti-Social Behaviour Pledge. Councillor Clive Woodbridge, Mayor of Epsom & Ewell Borough Council has signed an Anti-Social Behaviour Pledge which commits the council to … READ MORE

BOROUGH HISTORY COMMUNITY NEWS VOLUNTEERS

Adviser to Pope blesses Epsom Heritage Project

August 26, 2022

Baroness Sheila Hollins has joined Freemen of the Borough, the local MP and others in their Patronage of The Friends of Horton Cemetery. Baroness Hollins is a leading figure nationally … READ MORE

NEWS

“You’ve NOT got mail”

August 26, 2022

Epsom Posties go on strike. Photo above: Local workers and Labour Party activists outside Epsom’s East Street Royal Mail sorting office today. The biggest strike of summer so far will … READ MORE

ARTS

UCA Epsom MA Graduation Show 2022

August 25, 2022

The University for the Creative Arts (UCA) Epsom welcomes the return of its in person postgraduate shows with work created by our master’s students 2022. For one week only, UCA … READ MORE

COMMUNITY FOODBANK HEALTH VOLUNTEERS

Foodbank feeding thoughts…

August 25, 2022

Gillian Nichols of Epsom and Ewell Foodbank writes: What price do you put on mental health? Among the people that visit foodbanks, many have severe mental health issues due to … READ MORE

FOOTBALL SPORTS

Good start to season with Salts

August 25, 2022

Mavericks receive a repeat dose of the Salts. Worthing United 0-3 Epsom & Ewell – Southern Combination League – Division One – Saturday 20th August 2022. Report Source: www.eefconline.co.uk Reporter: … READ MORE

FOOTBALL SPORTS

Thrashing good win for the Salts

August 20, 2022

Epsom & Ewell 5-2 Forest Row Southern Combination League – Division One. Wednesday 17th August 2022. Report Source: www.eefconline.co.uk. Reporter: Richard Lambert. On Wednesday night at Fetcham Grove we thoroughly … READ MORE

Posts navigati

CRIME NEWS

No immunity for CoVid vaccination thief

August 18, 2022

A Tadworth man who stole empty CoVid vaccination vials and sold them on Ebay gets a suspended prison sentence. What do you do when you get given one of those … READ MORE

NEWS

Two Surrey Stabbings in One Day

August 17, 2022

Surrey Police have issued witness and information appeals for two serious stabbings by knives both taking place on 16th August 2022. The first in Horley at about 10.20pm and the … READ MORE

NEWS TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT

Nope Buses in Epsom soon

August 17, 2022

Bus drivers strike affecting the people of Epsom and Ewell. There are planned bus driver strikes during the 19th till the 20th of August. Passengers from west and south west … READ MORE

COMMUNITY TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT VOLUNTEERS

Reaching recyclables others cannot reach …..

August 16, 2022

Ro Stretton from Epsom has signed up to the Baylis & Harding Free Recycling Programme offered by recycling experts TerraCycle. By sending waste to TerraCycle, Ro also raises money for … READ MORE

CRIME

Surrey’s Police Chief cracks down on cover-up

August 16, 2022

A Surrey Police officer who “deliberately concealed” her friend’s criminal damage to a car has been barred from policing. The officer told her friend she had put her in “an … READ MORE

FOOTBALL SPORTS

Two excellent strikes earn the points for Salts

August 16, 2022

Seaford Town 1-2 Epsom & Ewell FC Southern Combination League – Division One Saturday 13th August 2022 Report Source: www.eefconline.co.uk Reporter: Richard Lambert. With one swish of the left foot … READ MORE

BUSINESS COMMUNITY

Queen fit hats raise £9K for brain charity

August 15, 2022

An online auction of a collection of 15 hats created for the Platinum Jubilee by some of the UK’s leading milliners has raised close to £9,000 for Brain Tumour Research. … READ MORE

ARTS BUSINESS NEWS

UCA tips for clearing

August 15, 2022

Epsom’s University for the Creative Arts (UCA) offers advice to degree seeking ‘A’ Level students. “With over two million jobs in the Creative Industries across the UK, choosing a degree … READ MORE

COUNCIL TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT

Wasting water?

August 12, 2022

As drought is declared in Surrey during the driest UK summer in 50 years, councils and services across the county have been taking measures to save water. The temperatures are … READ MORE

COMMUNITY COUNCIL NATURE

Council Pride in Not Uncommon Green Flag

August 12, 2022

Epsom and Ewell Borough Council is pleased to have received a Green Flag Award for Epsom Common Local Nature Reserve, one of 2208 UK winners. The award is the international … READ MORE

NEWS

Minding the minders

August 12, 2022

A Tadworth childminder who did not tell Ofsted about changes to the adults living in her house has been given an inadequate rating. Inspectors said the childminder had breached requirements … READ MORE

COMMUNITY COUNCIL NATURE NEWS VOLUNTEERS

Flagging Up Epsom Common

August 11, 2022

28th July David King and Cynthea Blunden of the Epsom Common Association (ECA) represented Epsom & Ewell at the Green Flag Award ceremony in Lambeth Community Hall. This marked the … READ MORE

NEWS

Mayor’s electrifying car decision

August 10, 2022

The new civic car leased by the Borough of Epsom and Ewell will be a plug-in hybrid vehicle, according to a recent decision by the Council’s Strategy and Resources Committee. … READ MORE

NEWS

Yet more on ULEZ….

August 10, 2022

By Emily Coady Stemp Local Democracy Reporter: London’s proposed Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) expansion would mean drivers trying to get to some popular landmarks in the capital’s border with … READ MORE

FOOTBALL SPORTS

Shoreham 3-0 Epsom & Ewell

August 9, 2022

Southern Combination League – Division One. Saturday 6th August 2022. Report Source: www.eefconline.co.uk Reporter: Richard Lambert. On Saturday we suffered our third straight 3-0 defeat when visiting Middle Road, home … READ MORE

COUNCIL NATURE TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT

Verging on reason?

August 6, 2022

Surrey County Council is to take back control of verges and on-street parking enforcement from Epsom and Ewell Borough Council and all other County districts. In a bid to streamline … READ MORE

COMMUNITY HEALTH

Epsom Hospital bucks Brexit staff bottleneck

August 5, 2022

Epsom and St Helier NHS Trust bucks the national trend in maintaining its level of recruitment of UK qualified medical staff between 2015 and 2021. Nationally the picture is different. … READ MORE

FOOTBALL SPORTS

Salts falter at final friendly

August 5, 2022

Leatherhead 3-0 Epsom & Ewell Pre-season Friendly – Stella Lamont Trophy Wednesday 3rd August 2022. Report Source: www.eefconline.co.uk Reporter: Richard Lambert Tanners ease to victory. In five days we have … READ MORE

Dear Subscriber,

With numerous reports this week we are breaking our promise to rest in August otherwise the stories go stale.  There are no Council meetings in August so we do now expect this to be the last email update until September. You may browse the website during August as it will continue to be updated throughout.

Following confirmation of Epsom and Ewell Times qualification to be regulated by the Independent Monitor for the Press we are now a recognised partner with the BBC’s Local Democracy Service.  This will enable us to bring to you more quality professional journalism on local matters in the months and years ahead.

Best wishes,

The Team at Epsom and Ewell Times

COUNCIL PLANNING

West Street developers climbing down enough?

August 4, 2022

Having a third bite at the planning cherry Quanta Homes 3 Ltd is applying to Epsom and Ewell Borough Council for permission to demolish the old and ornately faced building … READ MORE

COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS

Epsom’s Summer school sanctuary for refugees

August 2, 2022

The Epsom Refugee Network has succeeded in securing for 75 students of all young ages a six-week Summer school at St Johns in Leatherhead. With the generous support of the … READ MORE

BOROUGH HISTORY COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS

Bringing to life the dead in Epsom’s forgotten cemetery – Historic England awards local charity.

August 2, 2022

Historic England has announced £9,988.00 in funding to the Friends of Horton Cemetery Charity in Epsom and Ewell as part of its ‘Everyday Heritage Grants: Celebrating Working Class History.’ [Photo: … READ MORE

COUNCIL TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT

More on Epsom and Ewell and Surrey and ULEZ

August 2, 2022

Epsom & Ewell Borough Council (EEBC) has responded to Transport for London’s Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) consultation. TFL’s proposal is to expand the ULEZ to all London boroughs, including … READ MORE

COUNCIL NEWS

Cost of living crisis fails to reach the Surrey summit

August 2, 2022

Hundreds of Surrey parents cannot afford a school uniform for their child, a councillor has claimed, as calls for an emergency summit dealing with the cost of living crisis were … READ MORE

COUNCIL NEWS

£1.1 million special investment in Epsom school

August 2, 2022

More than 20 primary school places are being made available for autistic children in Surrey, with 12 from this September. A special educational needs (SEN) unit will be created at … READ MORE

COUNCIL

Man wrongly labelled ‘vexatious complainant’ by Epsom and Ewell Council

August 1, 2022

A man was paid £500 after Epsom and Ewell Borough Council wrongly labelled him a “vexatious complainant” in a planning dispute. The local government ombudsman, which looks into complaints against councils, … READ MORE

COMMUNITY HEALTH

Another consultation during the holiday month….

August 1, 2022

 Epsom and St Helier and St George’s Hospital are holding a series of workshops starting this week and next for patients and the public to attend. The workshop will involve shaping … READ MORE

CRIME

August Police warn drink drivers in Surrey

August 1, 2022

Surrey Police have launched their annual summer crackdown on drink and drug drivers in Surrey.  Drink and drug-driving is one of the most common causes of collisions which result in … READ MORE

FOOTBALL SPORTS

Swans glide past Salts – Walton & Hersham 3 Epsom & Ewell 0

August 1, 2022

Pre-season Friendly Friday 29th July 2022 Report Source: www.eefconline.co.uk Reporter: Richard Lambert Our pre-season has been a good one so far, and there were many positives to take from this … READ MORE

COUNCIL TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT

Council’s last minute opposition to ULEZ extension.

July 31, 2022

With just one day to go before the end of the consultation period, Epsom and Ewell Borough Council agreed on 28th July a response to Transport for London’s (TFL’s) proposed … READ MORE

COUNCIL PLANNING

“Statement of community involvement” involves what about what?

July 31, 2022

Following a 4-week public consultation, Epsom and Ewell Borough Council unveiled its new draft Statement of Community Involvement (SCI) at a meeting of the Licensing and Planning Policy Committee on … READ MORE

COUNCIL EDITORIAL

Abstaining from responsibility?

July 31, 2022

As exclusively reported by Epsom and Ewell Times today 10 Borough Councillors sat on 26th July’s all-powerful budget setting Strategy and Resources Committee. On a crucial vote to establish a … READ MORE

COUNCIL

Council targeting the homeless

July 31, 2022

In a vote dominated by abstentionism, a service-specific savings target of £243k to offset this year’s potential overspending for homelessness, was approved by Epsom and Ewell Borough Council last Tuesday. … READ MORE

ARTS COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS

Blues on a bandura blow minds in Epsom

July 31, 2022

Ukrainian refugee musicians delighted a packed audience in the Epsom Methodist Church Saturday 30th July. On behalf of the local community Mayor of Epsom and Ewell Cllr Clive Woodbridge extended … READ MORE

COUNCIL PLANNING

Did the Inspector get to the Bottom of this?

July 31, 2022

Langley Bottom Farm in Epsom is to become a small housing estate following the decision of Planning Inspector D Hartley dated 14th July 2022. Overturning a refusal of the Epsom … READ MORE

BUSINESS COUNCIL CRIME

Safer nights ahead in Epsom with funding boost

July 28, 2022

Epsom & Ewell Borough Council will receive £271,712 in government funding for a project to improve safety for Epsom town centre’s night-time economy. The Home Office’s Safer Streets funding was secured … READ MORE

CRIME

Surrey Police fight dog theft forensically

July 28, 2022

Surrey Police are turning to DNA technology to tackle dog thefts in the county. Wednesday 27th July Surrey Police officially launched its partnership with DNA Protected, a UK-wide dog DNA … READ MORE